As a business owner, you've likely spent years mastering your craft and gaining deep industry insights. Your expertise and confidence led you to start a business. However, industry know-how alone isn’t enough to keep a business afloat. The harsh truth is that without...
It’s astonishing how many businesses generating significant revenue have little understanding of their actual profits. Some may only review their earnings at the end of the month, quarter, or even year. This approach is not sustainable if you want to maintain high...
Raising prices can seem counterintuitive, especially in a struggling economy. However, as a business, your costs are always increasing. To maintain your profit margins and ensure sustainability, raising your prices may be necessary. Before making any changes,...
If you hate budgeting, you’re in good company. Most business owners loathe this part of running their businesses. Heck, I’m a CPA and even I don’t like budgeting! At the same time, I recognize budgeting for what it is and the immense value it provides. It’s a vital...
Cash is one of the most difficult elements for any business to manage. Every business owner knows the importance of having cash on hand. At the same time, every business owner understands that the amount of cash coming in doesn’t always match the amount of cash going...
Is your business strapped for cash? Look, we’ve all been there at one point or another. Businesses go through seasons where money is tighter than usual for a variety of reasons. It might be due to a “down” month, poor cash flow, or a large unforeseen expense. Whatever...
Do you have a cash flow problem? There’s a good chance you do! Studies show that more than half of businesses struggle with this very issue. During good times, it’s merely an annoyance. During bad times, however, it can put a huge burden on your business’s finances or...
The 2024 tax season is in full swing. Are you ready? If you’re like most people, you fall into one of two camps. You’re either prepared weeks or months ahead of time, or you’re scrambling to get all of your files together days before the deadline. It should go without...
Would you consider yourself a smart business owner? Smart business owners are in the business of not only making money but also saving money, and tax planning is one of the most effective ways to save money. In my 40-plus years as a professional tax planner, I’ve...
When it comes to increasing sales, there are all kinds of levers you can pull. Selling to your current customers is at the very top of that list. This is the easiest and most cost-effective way to boost your sales numbers, as you’re dealing with customers who already...